Dangerous bacterial infections

Dangerous bacterial infections from food poisoning to meningitis.

Sepsis is also referred to as blood poisoning or septicaemia, it is a potentially life-threatening condition triggered by an infection or injury

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Food poisoning: Poultry can be host to campylobacter bacteria

Taking your turkey home

“I would urge everyone to be alert from the moment they select their turkey of choice,” said Paul Morris, CEO of Addmaster, a supplier of technically innovate additives.

“Recent Food Standards Agency research has shown that bacteria from packaging can transfer to the outer lining of a Bag For Life, so be sure to use separate bags for raw meat, ready-to-eat food and non-food items.”

Storage

“If there is one thing you guarantee there is space for in the fridge this Christmas, make it the turkey,” he advised.

“You should ensure that your refrigerator remains between the temperature of 0°C and 5°C.

“A fridge thermometer might be a wise investment to keep tabs on this.